Passwords are everywhere on the internet. If you're helping an older loved one get to grips with the internet, it's important that they understand how to create secure passwords and remember them. Passwords are like keys to your online home. People often use simple passwords like their pet's name or their birthday. Nowadays, it's more important than ever to make sure your loved one has strong passwords that can't be guessed easily. Today's article will give you some helpful tips for creating secure passwords. Why not share these tips with your elderly loved ones? Use the following …
Spotify for Older Listeners
Spotify is a great way to enjoy your favourite songs and discover new artists. You can use Spotify on lord of different devices, from computers to tablets and smartphones. The app itself is extremely user friendly, which is why it is so popular: Spotify reported over 207 million active users as of 2018. There are more than 50 million songs on Spotify, so there is bound to be something for everybody. In fact, virtually every song you’ve ever enjoyed can be listened to with the tap of the finger or a click of the mouse. It is also one of the cheapest streaming platforms around at …
How to never miss your favourite TV show
Terrestrial TV was phased out between 2007 and 2012. This paved the way for a new digital TV revolution, with services such as Freeview. This provider had a simple objective. To provide individuals with over 70 channels, instead of just five, for free. These services also made the family program dash a thing of the past, as a TV show could now be paused or easily recorded. This led to less family bickering when two shows were on at the same time! This also led to well-known television channels, like the BBC and ITV bringing out their own digital platforms. This allowed users to …
How to Stay Healthy: Vitamins
Most of us know that the best way to get the vitamins, minerals and nutrients we need is from food. However, many older adults have a hard time eating a full and balanced diet. A few reasons for this could be: Lack of appetite. Difficulty chewing. Fixed budgets. Supplementing with vitamins may be an option. But, it's important to know exactly what to take and when. Is it worth taking vitamins? Vitamins can do just what they says on the tin - fill the gaps in your loved one's diet. But they aren't always the answer. Taking a high dosage or taking them for a long …
How to Eat Healthy : Fact vs. Fiction
It doesn't have to be complicated to eat healthy. However, healthy eating advice changes every day and it can be difficult to keep up. Your loved one doesn't have to fill their cupboards with expensive "Superfoods" or swap the Sunday roast for a salad. In this article, we will address the most common food myths. Superfoods So, what is a Superfood? It's a marketing term for food with supposed health benefits. They are thought to be nutritionally dense and good for one's health. Blueberries, salmon and kale are a few examples of foods that have been given this title. What is the …
How to stay safe online – Protecting Your Loved One’s Computer
A computer is generally the easiest target for criminals. If they can install programmes or hack into the system, then they can collect sensitive information. However, protecting your loved one's computer and keeping it safe is relatively easy if you follow the tips below. Anti-virus Software Computer viruses intend to cause harm and they can spread from one computer to another through emails or dodgy websites. They can appear in different forms, for example; unwanted pop-up messages, a slow computer speed, even deleting files. Having an anti-virus software can help to locate, stop …
